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The Beat LA PodcastBreaking News, Covering Giants Parades & Pulling 9 Gs with KTVU Anchor Mike MibachMatt and Paul are back in San Francisco and holding court from Original Joe’s in North Beach. Paul previews his next adventure, a trek to the bottom of the Grand Canyon, before the guys pull out their crystal ball to predict what’s next for the 49ers, Warriors and Giants.Later, they welcome Bay Area news veteran Mike Mibach, the evening news anchor at KTVU Channel 2. He’s a proud St. Ignatius alum and lifelong Giants, Niners and Warriors fan. Mike shares stories from growing up in Novato and San Francisco and how those experiences sparked his cu...2025-08-111h 11The Beat LA PodcastGiants Legend Rich Aurilia on Barry Bonds, Rally Monkeys, Red Stitch Wine & Crushing Hall of FamersIn this episode, Matt and Paul sit down with San Francisco Giants legend Rich Aurilia for an all-timer of a conversation. Straight from the back booth at Original Joe’s in North Beach (5:59).They talk about Rich’s Brooklyn roots, growing up a Mets fan rooting for the Bad Guys during their ‘86 World Series run, and his journey from St. John’s University to becoming an All-Star shortstop in the Show. He shares stories from his early days under the tutelage of Robby Thompson and Matt Williams, how hot his bat...2025-07-291h 15The Beat LA Podcast50th Podcast! Giants, Warriors, Rehab, Divorce, and Oversharing!In this very special milestone episode, Matt and Paul celebrate 50 episodes of The Beat LA Podcast the only way they know how, by interviewing each other and emotionally oversharing for content. But before things get deep, they play the hits. They talk about the San Francisco Giants and try to figure out what exactly is going on with this team. Is Rafael Devers just in a slump, or is he really the diva Red Sox fans warned us about? He’s standing up Will Clark, struggling at the plate, and frustrating fans. Should we panic or be patient? With th...2025-07-111h 15The Beat LA PodcastGiants Land Devers, Brad Pitt Stories & Horror Dating with Director Mark GanttPaul returns from Paris and Monte Carlo, dodges Jimmy Butler in the South of France and reports on attending the French Open. He brings back gifts for Matt’s big birthday, but the biggest gift of all? The San Francisco Giants going full blockbuster and landing Rafael Devers. We break it down: the trade, the contract, the power shift. Is this Buster Posey’s flex? And why teams wouldn't do this deal with Farhan. Can Devers carry the load or are we just dressing up mediocrity in a big bat and a bigger price tag? It’s spicy. (17:1...2025-06-241h 36The Beat LA PodcastTennis Legends Brad Gilbert and Zach Gilbert Talk Grand Slam Picks, Warriors & Zendaya’s ForehandIt’s the Tennis Show—aka Paul’s Super Bowl—but first, Matt recaps his recent trip to New York, where the city’s energy nearly broke him. From watching delirious Knicks fans lose their minds in the streets to pillaging through the night at legendary spots like Finnerty’s (yes, bars stay open until 4am), Matt realizes he might be aging out of NYC nightlife. Still, he gave it a valiant effort and lived to tell the tale.(5:30) Then it’s time for the main event: tennis legend Brad Gilbert joins the show, along with his son 2025-05-301h 28The Beat LA PodcastWarriors Down, LA Turns Up, and Chaos Reigns with Music Video Maverick Jeff HilliardPaul is back from Korea and Japan—and he didn’t come empty-handed. He brought gifts and tales from abroad, including how he ended up on the Jumbotron at a Yomiuri Giants game dressed as a samurai, pitching lemonade to a stadium full of fans. Just another Tuesday for Paul.Matt kicks things off by recapping the dramatic election of the new Pope in this year’s unofficial Pope Draft. The guys debate which character from Conclave the new pontiff most resembles—and ask the eternal question: could someone still become Pope if they... had a bit of a rom...2025-05-161h 13The Beat LA PodcastFrom Orinda to Hollywood: Dodgeball Director Rawson Marshall Thurber Talks Film, Giants & 49ersMatt and Paul are back—with a new sponsor, Daytrip Beverages—and they’re cracking open a wild one. First up, the NBA Playoffs: Can the Warriors survive the Rockets? Can Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler carry them to the next round? (3:59) Then it’s over to the San Francisco Giants, where Paul wonders if their hot start is real or if he’s just chugging the Kool-Aid. (9:59)Next, the guys sit down with legendary director Rawson Marshall Thurber (Dodgeball, We’re The Millers, Red Notice, Cent...2025-04-251h 28The Beat LA PodcastGiants Hype Train, Dodgers Global Takeover, Ohtani Fever with Alex Soto of Pantone 294In this jam-packed episode, Matt and Paul kick things off with a heartfelt tribute to legendary actor Val Kilmer, sharing favorite roles and iconic moments. Then it’s all gas, no brakes as they break down the Golden State Warriors’ playoff push, celebrating clutch wins over the Grizzlies and Lakers. Can Steph Curry, Draymond Green, and Jimmy Butler dig deep and get the Warriors out of the play-in madness?On the baseball front, the guys are fully unhinged abou...2025-04-051h 15The Beat LA Podcast49ers Chaos, Warriors Rebirth, Giants Preview & Zach Selwyn – ESPN Alum, Musician & Comedy MaverickPaul takes the charter in from Palm Springs for this week’s episode as he and Matt break down the San Francisco 49ers Free Agency Exodus—disaster or silver lining? Matt calms Paul’s panic over the 49ers' offseason moves, debates the Mac Jones signing - he is not the next Sam Darnold, and explores trade rumors surrounding Brandon Aiyuk. Plus, does Kyle Shanahan need a wake-up call? Producer Nick Conrad shares exclusive details about Club 33, Disneyland’s ultra-private VIP club (5:56). Matt analyzes the Golden State Warriors resurgence, Jimmy Butler sightings in San Francisco...2025-03-211h 20The Beat LA PodcastTalking 49ers, Warriors, Oscars with San Francisco King of Comedy Al Madrigal!In this episode, Matt and Paul chop it up with San Francisco native, actor comedian Al Madrigal. They discuss his upbringing in the city, his days at St. Ignatius high school and his diehard 49ers, Warriors and San Francisco Giants fandom. They get the real story behind his 2017 NFL Draft announcement of George Kittle, the Deebo Samuel and Jimmy Butler trades, his love of obscure Warriors jerseys and going to old Candlestick Park with his Dad. Al talks about his career in Hollywood, working on The Way Back with Ben Affleck, his comedy special Shrimpin Ain’t Easy and hi...2025-03-071h 09The Beat LA PodcastTalking Super Bowl, Kendrick Drake Beef, Luka Doncic with All-American Actor Kareem GrimesIn this episode, Matt and Paul chop it up with actor Kareem Grimes from the hit CW show All-American! They recap the Eagles crushing the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Kareem breaks down the Kendrick Lamar halftime show, the Drake beef, Serena Williams, SZA and who they want to see perform next year. They talk their favorite commercials from the Martha Stewart Sketchers ad to the Mountain Dew Seal spot. Super Bowl Predictions for next season. Kareem drops a classic Prince story, Paul has a Tom Cruise story and Matt runs into Wesley Snipes. Other topics include Taco Bell...2025-02-151h 13The Beat LA PodcastShowtime With World Champion Boxer Ricky Quiles!In this episode, Matt and Paul have a fascinating conversation with 4-time world champion boxer Ricky Quiles. Ricky won WBC, WBF, WBO, NABO titles in the junior welterweight and lightweight divisions. He talks about his rough upbringing in Lorrain, Ohio. Magic Johnson giving him his nickname “Showtime” after watching him box at The Forum. Ricky gives us his insight on the boxing game today - who is the best pound for pound fighter right now and if Jake Paul is good for the sport. Ricky talks about getting sober and opening Ricky’s Boxing Gym in Los Angeles where he tra...2025-01-311h 05The Beat LA PodcastWe Love LA - The Fires, Go Bags, Lost Porsche Keys, Babygirl and Sports DistractionsIn this episode, Matt and Paul discuss the Los Angeles Fires and where we go from here. Paul talks about having to evacuate his home due to the Sunset Fire. They discuss what was in their “go-bags”, give updates on the latest resources available to victims and how to donate. Later, they recap the high school drama at The Jimmy Carter Memorial Service. What do the San Francisco Giants do after losing out on Roki Sasaki and did they sign Justin Verlander because of Roki’s crush on Kate Upton. Other topics they dive into - Is Deion Sanders the nex...2025-01-1651 minThe Beat LA PodcastBest of 2024 Pod with the New Bachelor Nick Conrad!In the Best of 2024 Pod, Matt and Paul are joined by their producer Nick Conrad! They talk the Best Sports Moments of the Year - Steph Curry and Novak Djokavic in the Olympics. They discuss their favorite films including Anora, Dune, Inside Out 2, Challengers and more! In Best TV of the Year, Matt and Paul continue their never ending debate over HBO's Industry, also Mr. And Mrs. Smith, Ripley, Fallout and a few other surprises. They make bold predictions for 2025! Is Lebron James coming to the Warriors? Will Paul rekindle his love affair with baseball? Are the Drones over...2024-12-1958 minThe Beat LA PodcastBelly Up To The Bar With Brews Brothers Creator Greg Schaffer.Matt and Paul are back! They discuss who would survive better in prison and Jessica Lange’s hotness in the 1976 King Kong movie. In a new segment called “First Date”, they discover that they’ve never had Boba and Paul was in an infomercial with Chuck Woolery. Are the 49ers back after their win against the Chicago Bears? 49ers vs. Rams Thursday Night prediction. They love the San Francisco Giants signing of Willy Adames. Paul gives Buster Posey his flowers and role plays his pitch to Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki. Matt breaks down the Draymond Green dunk vs the Timberwo...2024-12-121h 06The Beat LA PodcastToxic Fandom and Mike Tyson Stories with Therapist Nick MouyiarisIn this episode, Matt and Paul breakdown the garbage circus exhibition called the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight. They debate Jake Paul’s next opponent, everyone from Joe Biden to Clint Eastwood. Are the 49ers dead? Has head coach Kyle Shanahan lost his fastball? Will the Niners beat the Green Bay Packers this Sunday? Matt still doesn’t trust the Golden State Warriors hot start. Later, they interview Beat LA therapist and good friend of the pod Nick Mouyiaris. Doctor Nick discusses the trappings of toxic fandom and how to find balance in your life. He gives us a ph...2024-11-211h 00The Beat LA PodcastUnder The Influence with Samantha GutstadtIn this episode, Matt and Paul get into the 49ers victory against the Buccaneers. Was Deebo punching the special teams players a good thing? Matt and Paul reminisce on their own grade school fights. They give their predictions for this Sunday’s 49ers vs. Seahawks matchup. They discuss the Golden State Warriors hot start? Should we buy in or will they break our hearts? Later they interview superstar entrepreneur Samantha Gutstadt. They discuss her roots in Toronto on the Canada National Tennis team. Her path from actress to writer to successful influencer, podcaster and content creator. She tells us ho...2024-11-1457 minThe Beat LA Podcast49ers, Filipino Love, Dodgers Hate with Emmy Winning Producer Mark RoybalIn this episode, Paul and Matt put the Dodgers World Series title to bed and why the Yankees turned into the Bad News Bears. Does Paul love the San Francisco Giants new GM Alex Minasian? Are the Giants going to sign Juan Soto? Matt breaks down the Golden State Warriors hot start. Later they interview, Hollywood producer Mark Roybal. Over the years Mark has executive produced Doubt with Meryl Streep, Moonrise Kingdom, Like Crazy and No Country For Old Men. Recently, he produced the HBO shows The White House Plumbers, Mare of Easttown with Kate Winslet and coming next...2024-11-0751 minThe Beat LA PodcastSlappin’ The Bass With Music Manager and Former Rockstar Evan WinikerIn this episode, Paul dresses as Vincent Vega from Pulp Fiction for Halloween. They recap the 49ers victory over the hated Dallas Cowboys. Paul discovers that rubbing his wife’s head is the good luck charm for the Niners offense and they look at trade targets at the deadlines. They deep dive the important storylines from the World Series - the Freddie Freeman grand slam, Ice Cube vs. Fate Joe and Love Bars in Tokyo. Later, they interview music manager and former bass player for Steel Train, Evan Winiker. They discuss his New York Mets fandom, playing the David Le...2024-10-3152 minThe Beat LA Podcast1 Year Anniversary Pod with Days of Our Lives Star Brandon Barash!On the 1 year anniversary pod, Paul gives Matt gifts from Italy. Matt gives Paul nothing. They discuss the Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series, give their predictions and why we should all be Yankees fans for 2 weeks. They get into the 49ers year from hell. Have they hit rock bottom? And can they beat the Dallas Cowboys this Sunday? They interview Days of Our Lives star, actor Brandon Barash. They get into his upbringing in St. Louis, his days on General Hospital, his Lakers fandom and the Lebron and Bronny James debate. They plug his band The Day Players...2024-10-241h 02The Beat LA PodcastGetting Kinda Pregnant with actor Chris Titone from Happy Gilmore 2!In this episode, Matt and Paul discuss the MLB Playoffs. Paul’s got a soft spot for the Cleveland Guardians. Matt believes everyone should be a Mets fan. They recap the 49ers victory against the Seattle Seahawks. They give their predictions for the 49ers vs. Kansas City Chiefs matchup this week. Paul goes back to his neg roots and Matt drinks the Kool-Aid. Later, they interview actor and writer Chris Titone. Chris wrote the Netflix hit movie Home Team. He has starred in films Grown Ups 2, Paul Bart: Mall Cop 2, The Wrong Missy and can be seen in the up...2024-10-1753 minThe Beat LA PodcastLive From Italia! - Godfather Buster Posey, 49ers Whack Patriots, More Menendez Stories!In this episode, Paul is in full Kendall Roy mode as he calls in from the Italian Riviera where he celebrates his wedding anniversary. Matt recaps his weekend at the USC vs. Wisconsin game and reveals he’s come out of retirement and booked an acting job in a movie. They discuss the San Francisco Giants firing Farhan Zaidi and hiring legend Buster Posey as the new Godfather of the organization. They recap the 49ers beatdown of the New England Patriots and give their predictions for this week’s game vs. the Arizona Cardinals. In Best Things They Saw, Matt...2024-10-0339 minThe Beat LA PodcastPurple Rain! - Getting Talked Off The Ledge by 49ers Insider Chris FereraIn this episode, Matt and Paul do a therapy session with 49ers Insider Chris Ferera after the 49ers debacle vs the Minnesota Vikings last Sunday. They discuss Brock Purdy’s small hands and him turning into Jimmy Garoppolo. Kyle Shanahan melting down and does he need to give up play-calling? Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell eating Nick Sorenson’s lunch. Fred Warner turns into The Predator. Chris finds the Silver Linings and tells us why the 49ers are going to win this Sunday vs the Los Angeles Rams at Levi’s South. Why Deebo Samuel and Christian McCaffrey being hurt hel...2024-09-1850 minThe Beat LA PodcastWho is Ponchez Mason? - 49ers Special Ops Edition with Call of Duty actor Reggie WatkinsIn this episode, Matt and Paul recap the 49ers Week 1 win over the New York Jets with Call of Duty & Bosch actor Reggie Watkins. They get into the electrifying performance of RB Jordan Mason and deep dive his middle name “Ponchez”. What happened with Christian McCaffrey? Was Olivia Culpo the reason for his injury? And they come up with nicknames for the Mason & McCaffrey duo when CMC returns. Paul plays Switzerland as Matt and Reggie get in the ring again over their love and hate of Brock Purdy. The fellas give their Predictions for the Week 2 matchup between the 49ers vs...2024-09-1255 minThe Beat LA PodcastNFL PREVIEW with Remember The Titans actor Ray Stoney!Matt and Paul discuss the Titanic ship that is the San Francisco Giants. Are their playoff chances toast or should fans have hope? Take a wild guess what Paul thinks. They dive into the 49ers preseason. Give their US Open Tennis Grandslam predictions. Later, they interview Remember The Titans actor Ray Stoney. Ray talks growing up a Green Bay Packers Fan in Atlanta. Playing 1-on-1 against Allen Iverson in high school. Working with Denzel Washington and playing a transvestite in The Longest Yard with Adam Sandler. They discuss which NFL teams they’re high and low on. Fantasy Football st...2024-08-2354 minThe Beat LA PodcastEskimo Brothers! - All-American Actor Kareem Grimes talks Lakers, 49ers and Beating Clooney 1-on-1.Matt and Paul get into the Best and Worst Things they saw at the Olympics. Paul is neg-strong on the San Francisco Giants trade deadline moves and their chances of making the wildcard. Matt dives into the 49ers training camp and is still drinking the Brock Purdy Kool-Aid. Later they interview actor Kareem Grimes, series regular on the hit CW show All-American. He discusses growing up down the street from The Forum in Inglewood and watching the Showtime Lakers in 80’s, getting his big break in the film Boyz In The Hood, playing George Clooney 1-on-1 in basketball, working wi...2024-08-081h 04The Beat LA PodcastFootball is Back! - 49ers Training Camp Preview with Khalil Tams of 49TalksIn this episode Matt and Paul discuss Carlos Alcaraz dominance at Wimbledon and the stadium debacle at the Copa America Final. They dig into the nightmare rendition of the National Anthem by Ingrid Andreas at the All-Star Game and celebrities using “entering rehab” as an excuse. They grade the San Francisco Giants first half of the season in movie terms and what to expect in the 2nd half of the season. Matt gives Paul the Golden State Warriors summer league update. Later they interview 49ers Insider Khalil Tams of 49Talks on Instagram. They dig into 49ers training camp - the...2024-07-2154 minThe Beat LA PodcastBoston Tea Party - Celebrate July 4th with Diego Torres-Palma of Startup to Storefront!On the silver anniversary podcast, Matt and Paul deep dive 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey & Olivia Culpo wedding. Paul is pissed he wasn’t invited and blames Matt. They bid farewell to Warriors legend and new Dallas Maverick Klay Thompson. Then discuss NBA Free Agency and what moves Golden State needs to make. In Giants Talk, are their recent winning ways a mirage? Paul wants Farhan Zaidi fired and the team to sell at the trade deadline. Also, Beat LA is giving away tickets to the Giants. Listen and find out how to win. Later, they interview creator of the St...2024-07-041h 14The Beat LA PodcastCHICAGO! - Live From Wrigley Field and Guest Alain Uy from Power Book IVIn this week’s episode, Matt and Paul come to you live from Wrigley Field in Chicago! They recap the passing of legend Willie Mays, the Giants vs. Cubs series and watching Thairo Estrada game-winning Home Run on Monday Night from the owner’s box. They deep dive the Camillo Doval Experience, the joys of negging Mike Yastrzemski and sending Bob Melvin to detention. Can Christian McCaffrey break the Madden Curse? Brock Purdy and his place in Chris Simms’ quarterback rankings. They interview Lakers fan and returning guest, actor Alain Uy from Power Book IV on Starz. They debate Klay T...2024-06-2151 minThe Beat LA PodcastNetflix & Chill - Talking TV and Cleveland Sports with Lincoln Lawyer Showrunner Ted HumphreyIn this episode, Matt and Paul are pissed off at the San Francisco Giants. The blame gets spread around to Bob Melvin, Blake Snell and the Beat LA Podcast. Paul lays down a searing neg to get the team back on track. 49ers mandatory minicamp has started and they discuss the new CMC deal, Logan Thomas signing and the Aiyuk holdout. Matt gives his NBA Finals preview and Paul discusses if Luka Doncic & Kyrie Irving deserve to be in the best backcourt all-time debate. Later, they interview Ted Humphrey, the showrunner and co-creator of the hit Netflix show The...2024-06-0756 minThe Beat LA PodcastWhy So Serious? - Talking Giants, Dodgers, Movies with actor John Lacy from The Joker SequelThe Power of the Neg strikes again! Matt and Paul discuss how San Francisco Giants fans need to thank them for their hot streak. Can the G-Men continue their winning ways? The NFL schedule is out and the league really stuck it to our 49ers. Warriors Brandin Podziemski makes the All-Rookie team and Matt makes his NBA Conference Finals Predictions. They interview actor, writer, director John Lacy. Talking his roots in Minnesota to becoming a Dodger diehard. They get into his career path as an actor, starting out on General Hospital to working with director David Fincher on...2024-05-2454 minThe Beat LA PodcastChain Wax! - Talking 49ers and Hollywood with actor Reggie WatkinsIn this episode, Matt discusses Paul’s trip to Arkansas. They get into the Warriors broadcast team being voted the worst in the NBA and why the San Francisco Giants flat out stink. Then chop it up with actor and 49ers diehard Reggie Watkins - the Purdy Debate is reopened, recapping the 49ers draft and what to expect next season. They also discuss Reggie’s career in Hollywood and Matt working with David Caruso. In Best Things They Saw, Paul laments there wasn’t a horse in the Kentucky Derby named after him. Matt reviews Baby Reindeer, Sugar, The Idea o...2024-05-1059 minThe Beat LA PodcastMr. Relevant! - 49ers Draft Preview with NFL Insider Chris Ferera, Warriors, Giants, OJ and more!In this episode, Paul returns from Mexico and Matt wants to talk about OJ Simpson. They discuss the end of the Golden State Warriors dynasty, does Klay Thompson leave next season and what off season moves they need to make. Matt gets into the San Francisco Giants early season slide and Paul’s distaste for Blake Snell. Then is Brock Purdy the Marlon Brando of NFL? They preview the upcoming NFL Draft with guest draft expert Chris Ferera. Chris lets us know who the 49ers should target in the 1st round and who they should take with their last pi...2024-04-2357 minThe Beat LA PodcastBack to the Bay! - Home Opener Recap & All Things Giants with Beat LA Financial Analyst and Giants diehard Steve GrocholIn this episode, Matt and Paul lament attending a Giants loss to the Dodgers (and witnessing Shohei Ohtani’s first dinger for the hated ones) before escaping Dodger Stadium to the comforts of the home opener. They’re joined by a third amigo, Beat LA financial analyst and Giants diehard Steve Grochol for an eyewitness account inside Oracle Park and spicy tales from his time bartending during spring training in Scottsdale. Matt and Paul then get psyched about the Warriors season ending burst into the playoffs before finishing with Pet Peeves and the Best Things They Saw, where they disc...2024-04-1053 minThe Beat LA PodcastBaseball Is Back! - NL West Preview with Dodger Insider Alex Soto Founder of Pantone 294In this episode, Matt and Paul celebrate the beginning of the baseball season with stories about Paul’s VIP trip to A’s spring training. They quickly recap 49er free agency, Brock Purdy‘s honeymoon and the Warriors hanging on for dear life before diving into their NL West preview interview with Alex Soto, founder of Dodger fanclub Pantone 294. In Best Things They Saw, they review Poor Things, Spaceman, Dream Scenario, and the Major League movies among other fun stuff. Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follow, Subscribe & Watch the Show on:...2024-03-2951 minThe Beat LA PodcastLIVE FREE DIE HARD - NFL Free Agency, Oscars, Giants, Warriors and more!Matt and Paul recap the best and worst moments of the Oscars. Paul investigates the San Francisco Giants going Bush League on J.D. Davis. Are the Golden State Warriors destined for the play-in vs. the Los Angeles Lakers. They get into the NFL Free Agency Bonanza with guest Khalil Tams of 49Talks on Instagram. In Best Things They Saw, they discuss The Gentlemen on Netflix, The Regime on HBO and Matt retracts his One Day recommendation.Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follow, Subscribe & Watch the Show on: ...2024-03-1548 minThe Beat LA PodcastVive La Pod! - Warriors Resurgence, Giants Spring Training, Brock Purdy Wedding Gifts and more!In this episode, Paul reports to us from Paris drinking white burgundy and gin martinis. They discuss the Golden State Warriors resurgence. How seeing Lebron in a Warriors uniform is a bad thing. They turn the page on the 49ers, new defensive coordinator candidates, next season record prediction. They look at Brock Purdy’s wedding registry and buy him gifts. In their San Francisco Giants spring training report, they debate Matt Chapman, the new MLB uniforms, Pablo Sandoval’s weight loss and why he doesn’t have a Panda Express endorsement. In Best Things They Saw - Dune Popcorn bucket...2024-02-2840 minThe Beat LA PodcastHorseshoes and Hand Grenades - 49ers Come Up Short, Interview with Khalil Tams of 49Talks, Jorge Soler! Draymond Reborn! Tokyo Vice!In this episode, Matt and Paul conduct an extended Self Help Corner therapy session to sooth the pain of the 49ers Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs (1:46). They recap Paul’s epic trip to Las Vegas - Private Jet, U2 Concert, Usher Halftime Show. They interview Khalil Tams, creator of the popular Instagram channel 49Talks (25:25). In Best Things They Saw, they review True Detective, ExPats and Tokyo Vice (51:08).Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follow, Subscribe & Watch the Show on: Watch Episodes on YouTube!Instagram: @beatlapodcastTikTok: @be...2024-02-1656 minThe Beat LA PodcastVEGAS BABY! - 49ers Super Bowl Preview, Taylor Swift Prop Bets, Grammys, Mr. and Mrs. Smith and more!In this episode, Paul and Matt dig in deep on Super Bowl LVII. Discussing what it's going to take to get the pod to Las Vegas, Brock Purdy endorsement deals, Taylor Swift prop bets and their Super Bowl predictions. Paul goes to a San Francisco Giants mixer and comes away with free agent intel. Will the Warriors make a trade at the deadline? In Best Things They Saw, they review the Grammys and the Amazon show Mr. and Mrs. Smith.Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follow, Subscribe & Watch the Show...2024-02-0747 minThe Beat LA PodcastDon't Stop Believin - 49ers Are Super Bowl Bound! Lions Go to Cancun! Purdy Wardrobe Corner, American Fiction Review and more!The Pod Lives! Matt and Paul deep dive the 49ers stunning comeback against the Lions. Matt gets Detroit coach Dan Campbell a gift basket. Paul discusses sitting in upper deck at the NFC Championship Game and his roller coaster text exchange with Matt. Brock Purdy ups his pre-game wardrobe. They look ahead to the Super Bowl LVIII rematch with the Kansas City Chiefs. In Best Things They Saw, they review the film American Fiction with Jeffrey Wright.Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follow, Subscribe & Watch the Show on: ...2024-02-0157 minThe Beat LA PodcastThe Great Escape - 49ers Survive the Packers, Niners vs. Lions NFC Championship Preview, Slow Horses, Fargo and more!In this episode, they discuss the 49ers epic come from behind win over the Green Bay Packers. Paul interviews Matt about his experience watching the game at Levi’s. They recap the up and down performance of Brock Purdy and his wardrobe choices (1:27). They preview the NFC Championship game 49ers vs. Detroit Lions and give their predictions (36:55). Best Detroit Movies (42:45). Chiefs vs. Ravens preview (43:57). They remember Golden State Warriors coach Dejan “Deki” Milojevic (45:43). In Best Things They Saw, they review the Apple TV show Slow Horses and the FX show Fargo (47:12). Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Produ...2024-01-2554 minThe Beat LA PodcastHello 2024! - 49ers vs. Packers Preview, Succession Spinoffs, Saltburn, Going Damp JanuaryMatt and Paul debate their New Year’s resolutions. Going “Dry January” or the new and improved “Damp January” (1:15). The Emmy Awards (5:40). They discuss possible Succession show spinoffs: The Disgusting Brothers, The Eldest Boy, Roman’s Empire (7:56). They preview the playoff matchup between the 49ers vs. Packers on Saturday and give predictions for every game NFL game this weekend (13:13). Draymond Green returns and can the Golden State Warriors save their season (36:43). Farhan being Farhan, the Giants dismal free agent off-season continues (39:25). They finish up with the Best Things They Saw, featuring the Netflix series “Break Point” and review the polarizing film...2024-01-1953 minThe Beat LA PodcastBest Things (and worst) of 2023 - The Bear, Succession, Steph Curry, George Santos and more!In this episode, Matt and Paul recap their Top 5 Best Things they saw in 2023, including Wimbledon, ‘The Bear’, ‘Succession’ and the film Blackberry. They also reflect on the state of of TV, going to rehab in Iceland, remembering some musical legends that passed and how Mr. Irrelevant can make all of us feel more relevant. Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follow, Subscribe & Watch the Show on: Watch Episodes on YouTube!Instagram: @beatlapodcastTikTok: @beat.la.podcast Email the show at: beatlapodcast@gmail.com Follow...2023-12-2858 minThe Beat LA PodcastTrading Places - The 49ers Return to the Top, Ohtani Chooses the Enemy & Other Tales of Christmas PresentIn this episode, Matt and Paul discuss their Holiday Party season (1:04). Why Shohei Ohtani signed with the Dodgers and what’s next for the San Francisco Giants (6:58). The Lakers add another fake championship to go with their Bubble Title (16:40). Paul fills in the gaps on the Brock Purdy fiancee timeline, Matt discusses what endorsements are in line for Brock if he wins MVP (20:47). 49ers Predictions, Pet Peeves, Mailbag Questions (29:36). Top Non-Traditional Christmas Movies (36:20). In Best Things We Saw, they discuss the David Beckham documentary and review the Netflix film Leave the World Behind (39:28).Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ru...2023-12-1448 minThe Beat LA PodcastBooing Santa: 49ers vs. Eagles Preview with Die-Hard Philly Fan & Actor Michael Marc FriedmanIn this episode, Kendall Korner takes us to the wine country for Thanksgiving (2:51). They discuss Brock Purdy’s first article in Us Weekly (6:13). Talk with Eagles die-hard and Philadelphia native, actor Michael Marc Friedman (11:15). They go in-depth on Gabe Kapler’s tattoos, Eagles vs 49ers predictions and best Philadelphia film not named Rocky. Paul gets his Baseball Winter Meetings fix (40:25). In the Best Things They Saw, Matt discusses the film You Hurt My Feelings starring Julia Louis Dreyfuss. Paul deep dives The Equalizer 3 with Denzel Washington (43:51). Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follo...2023-11-3053 minThe Beat LA PodcastThe Power of Negative Thinking - Matt & Paul Conjure Up a WinIn this week’s episode Matt & Paul discuss the reaction to last week’s podcast with Laker fan Alain Uy (4:58). Paul explains why picking against the 49ers is a good thing (7:44). Takeaways from 49ers vs. Jaguars (11:36). Predictions for Sunday’s game vs. Tampa Bay (21:24). What’s wrong with Warriors fans at Chase Center (26:28). In Best Things We Saw, they review the movie The Killer and discuss Timothee Chalamet hosting SNL (34:07).Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follow, Subscribe & Watch the Show on: Watch Episodes on YouTube!Instagram: @beatlapodcastTikT...2023-11-1646 minThe Beat LA PodcastWe Have A Guest! Talking Smack with Lakers Super Fan and Power: Book IV actor Alain UyIn this week’s episode Paul & Matt discuss Bruce Bochy’s legend status after winning his 4th World Series (5:36). They talk NBA with guest Power: Book IV actor Alain Uy (10:59). They discuss the the Lakers Warriors rivalry, the origins of the “Beat LA” chant, Lebron’s hairline, Victor Wembanyama nicknames, the Jordan Poole Experience, and much much more. Paul previews the 49ers vs. Jaguars this Sunday and Matt gives his dreaded prediction (40:47). In the Best Things They Saw this week, Paul discusses the film “No Hard Feelings” and Matt reviews the new Netflix documentary “Sly” (46:41).Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ru...2023-11-0958 minThe Beat LA Podcast49ers in Freefall - Call Taylor Swift?Paul and Matt remember Matthew Perry (2:30). They discuss the shitstorm that has engulfed the 49ers and why fans shouldn’t worry. Did the Chiefs lose because Taylor Swift wasn’t in attendance on Sunday? And is her relationship with Travis Kelce real? (19:50) They dig into the Bob Melvin hiring by the Giants, his awful nickname "BoMel" and GM Farhan Zaidi failing upwards (22:15). The Warriors fast start to the NBA season and their new found love for the Chris Paul State Farm ads (28:36). They close with a grab bag of topics - the new Dubai Baseball League, the tv show The F...2023-11-0151 minThe Beat LA PodcastPaul and the 49ers Are Hungover: Cleveland Steamer EditionIn this week’s episode, Paul and Matt discuss the 49ers meltdown in Cleveland (5:06). Were the Niners hungover and is Paul on this episode? Matt accepts his punishment for jinxing the 49ers but doubles down on the rest of the season (12:43). 49ers vs Vikings MNF predictions (14:20). Paul dives into his joy of the Dodgers playoff elimination (19:56). Matt puts the Cowboys at the top of his Hate Rankings (24:25). They debate new Olympic sports, the Schwarzenegger documentary and more (27:40).Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follow, Subscribe & Watch the Show on: Wa...2023-10-2035 minThe Beat LA PodcastGet in the Hot Tub with Brock PurdyIn this week’s episode, Paul and Matt discuss the 49ers kicking the Cowboys in the huevos (3:02). They debunk the Rodney Dangerfield narrative around Brock Purdy and give him his flowers (12:38). Week 6 49ers vs. Browns prediction (20:46). They jump in the hot tub Time Machine and discuss the origins of their football fandom (23:23). Then debate the genius of Bigfoot Yoda aka Bruce Bochy (29:17). Finally, the best things they watched this week from the new Napoleon trailer to the news (32:26).Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follow, Subscribe & Watch the Show on...2023-10-1335 minThe Beat LA PodcastFarhan Corleone, Bye Bye Kapler, Hello Buster? 49ers vs. Cowboys Week & more.Matt and Paul discuss the Farhan mafia hit on Gabe Kapler (3:40). The chances that Buster Posey becomes manager and other candidates (12:40). Matt wonders if Ohtani is the unattainable supermodel? (22:55) MLB playoff predictions and their second favorite passion, rooting against the Dodgers. (25:52) What to expect from the Dallas Cowboys vs. 49ers matchup (30:15). And finally their TV and film recommendations. (35:11)Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follow, Subscribe & Watch the Show on: Watch Episodes on YouTube!Instagram: @beatlapodcastTikTok: @beat.la.podcast Email the show at: beatlapodcast...2023-10-0541 minThe Beat LA PodcastThe San Francisco Giants Death Rattle, Curse of the Cruise Patch?Matt and Paul discuss the end of another mediocre season for the San Francisco Giants. The Curse of the Cruise Patch, the Curse of Mauricio Dubon. Is Gabe Kapler finished? Who replaces him? 49ers predictions and TV show recommendations. Hosts: Matt Ferrucci & Paul Ruehl Producer: Nick Conrad Follow, Subscribe & Watch the Show on: Watch Episodes on YouTube!Instagram: @beatlapodcastTikTok: @beat.la.podcast Email the show at: beatlapodcast@gmail.com Follow Matt Ferrucci on Instagram: @matt_ferrucci Follow Paul Ruehl on Instagram: @llruehlj2023-09-2426 min